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Fire Prevention Code
(Village Code Chapter 24)
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24.101: APPLICATION:
The intent of this code is to prescribe-minimum requirements necessary to establish a
reasonable level of fire safety and property protection from the hazards created by fire
and explosion. This code applies to both new and existing conditions unless specified
otherwise. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
24.102: ADOPTION OF FIRE PREVENTION CODE:
This section eliminates the adoption of the Uniform Fire Code (NFPA 1) and retains
only tlte International Fire Code. This eliminates any potential conflicts and provides
only one fire code for compliance. The section is modified to reflect the current edition
of the adoptedfire codes not identified in the International Fire Code and modify the
text for clarity.
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each standard and are mandatory requirements and not advisory information.
B. Computer Code Analysis: Performance based computer code analysis are not
permitted.
C. Enforcement of The Fire Prevention Code: The fire prevention bureau of the Mount
Prospect fire department shall enforce the fire prevention code. The fire prevention
bureau is hereby established and shall be operated under the supervision of the fire
chief. The chief of the fire department shall be designated as the fire official and
shall appoint such members necessary to enforce the provisions of this code.
Whenever the title "code official" is used in the text of the fire prevention codes
adopted herein, the term shall be changed to "chief of the Mount Prospect fire
department". The "village of Mount Prospect" shall be inserted in place of all text
"name of jurisdiction".
D. Copies On File: A copy of the codes adopted herein by reference shall be on file in
the office of the village clerk. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
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24.103: FIRE LANESil:
This section has been modified to reflect where paver bricks are approved and to clarify
/tow fire lanes are determined.
A. The fire official shall require and designate a sufficient number of public or private fire lanes
as deemed necessary for the efficient and effective use of all fire and/or emergency medical
apparatus. The fire official shall consider the anticipated operation of the fire department's
equipment for any emergency incident that could occur at the location being considered as
requiring a fire lane. The fire official shall take into consideration the need for requiring
additional fire lanes when automatic sprinklers protect the building(s).
B. Fire lanes shall be provided for all buildings when any part of the building is set back more
than one hundred fifty feet (150') from a public road or for buildings which exceed thirty feet
(30') in height and set back over fifty feet (50') from a public road, access road, or private
road"1!~~~aistaJjce,:hall!~~N,~~~;ur~d aJong.~normatfiredeparfmentdrivifig.tiathsitoj:
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c. lJrilesl'suproyed'bY'tne'fiiechierJ all fire lanes shall be minimum oftwenty feet (20') in
width and shall be constructed to meet the requirements of section 16.403 of this code. Split
fire lanes and fire lanes constructed of paved blocks aesig~d"J':ar::linjJ~lIiWp.2:m.m
. ~getatiQri.2rowUl shall not be permitted. .
Those areas deemed as fire lanes shall be capable of structurally supporting fire apparatus, A
minimum of thirteen feet (13') of vertical clearance must be continuously maintained for all
fire lanes.
D. Fire lanes shall not be configured to create a dead end road, access drive or street (public or
private) greater than three hundred feet (300'). Any dead end fire lane with a dead end
distance in excess of three hundred feet (300') shall be provided with a turnaround sufficient
in size to accommodate the largest fire apparatus.
E. All fire lanes shall be maintained as specified by the fire official for emergency use for the
life of the building or structure.
F. Every fire lane shall be posted as such with a sufficient quantity of signs as deemed
appropriate by the fire official. The fire official may also require painting and striping of the
fire lane when deemed as necessary. The cost of the signs, markings and installation shall be
the responsibility of the building owner.
G. It shall be unlawful for any person or object to block or obstruct wholly or partially any fire
lane.
H. Gates or other barriers shall not be installed on any new or existing fire lane without written
approval from the fire official. All gates permitted by the fire official desired to be locked in
the closed position shall be provided with a locking device approved by the fire official.
Electrically operated gates shall have a key operated switch approved by the fire official.
Where deemed necessary by the fire official, electric gates installed on fire lanes are required
to be provided with an electronic device that will automatically open upon activation of
Mount Prospect emergency vehicles traffic preemption signal. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
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24.104: KEY BOXES:
Requirements for sign age as well as for larger key boxes in certain locations have been
added.
A. A knox box shall be installed on all buildings having an automatic fire alarm or fire
suppression system that is supervised by a listed supervising agency and/or in those
buildings which contain a passenger elevator.
. B. Keys shall be provided to allow access to all areas of the building necessary to
mitigate any foreseen emergency condition that the fire department may be called
upon to protect. This includes, but is not limited to, keys to unlock all fire system
control devices, elevator equipment rooms, electrical rooms, storage rooms and other
areas required by the fire official.
C.' All requirect key,s shall be labeled as to what they serve.
D. In areas which utilize other methods of security instead of keyed locks, sufficient
information and/or equipment shall be provided in the knox box for fire department
use. This includes, but is not limited to, card keys, security codes, etc.
E. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to notifY the fire department if
there are any changes with the building or structure that would require the contents
of the knox box to be modified.
F. All required knox boxes shall be located as required by the fire official.
G. A sufficient number ofknox boxes shall be provided as deemed necessary by the fire
official.
1. Multiple Tenants: A single knox box may be provided to serve multiple tenants
provided the knox box can be installed in a location to accommodate fire department
operations and the knox box is large enough to accommodate all keys for each tenant
space. (Ord. 5338,6-17-2003)
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24.105: FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:
A. In the international fire code, section 906.1 and the accompanying exception shall be
deleted and shall be replaced with: "portable fire extinguishersshall be EVided in
every occupancy as well as those areas specified in S:F:P:i"~;~2QQO~eaill . .,
llite~mimonaUFire coa~,:..~~~Omi edition and the International Building Code, ;WOO
2006 edition.
EXCEPTION: Individual dwelling units in all use group-R classifications."
B. All new fire extinguishers shall be of an approved type with a minimum rating of
3A-40-BC. Existing fire extinguishers at the time of adoption of this code shall be a
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minimum rating of2A-20BC. Every required extinguisher shall be installed in a
location visible to occupants and general public and must be easily accessible.
C. All extinguishers shall be securely mounted to the wall or structural member of the
building. The top of the fire extinguisher shall not exceed five feet (5') in height
above the finished floor and the bottom of the extinguisher shall be a minimum of
two feet (2') above the finished floor.
D. Every extinguisher shall be provided with adequate markings indicating the location
of the extinguisher. When extinguishers are mounted to structural members of the
building, a one foot (1') wide red stripe shall be applied to the structural member a
minimum often feet (10') above the finished floor. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
24~106: EXIT SIGNS:
A. Exit Signs: All existing and new buildings, rooms or spaces required to have more
than one exit or exit access and all required means of egress shall be indicated with
approved signs reading "Exit" visible from the exit access indicating the direction
and way of egress. All "exit" signs shall be located at exit doors or exit access areas,
so as to be readily visible. Sign placement shall be such that any point in the exit
access shall not be more than one hundred feet (100') (30,480 mm) from the nearest
visible sign.
Exception: "Exit" signs are not required in sleeping room areas in buildings of use
. group 1-3.
B. Size And Color: "Exit" signs shall have letters at least six inches (6") (152 mm) high
and the minimum width of each stroke shall be three-quarters inch (3/4 ") (19 mm) on
a white background or in other approved distinguishable colors. The word "exit"
shall have letters having a width of not less than two inches (2 ") (51 mm) except that
the letter "I" and the minimum spacing between letters shall not be less than three-
eighths inch (3/8") (10 mm). Signs larger than the minimum size herein required
shall have letter widths and spacing in the same proportions to the height as indicated
in this section. If an arrow is provided as part of an "exit" sign, the construction shall
be such that the arrow direction cannot be readily changed. The word "exit" shall be
clearly discernible when the sign illumination means is not energized.
C. Power Source: All "exit" signs shall be illuminated at all times when the building is
occupied. To assure continued illumination for a duration of not less than one hour in
case of primary power loss, the "exit" signs shall be connected to an emergency
electrical system that complies with NFP A 70 article 700.
D. Illumination: Each sign shall be illuminated by a source providing not less than five
(5) foot-candles (53.82 lux) at the illuminated surface and shall have a contrast ratio
of not less than five-tenths (0.5). (Ord. 4894,10-7-1997)
24.107: EMERGENCY LIGHTING:
Modifications have been made to reflect the current edition of the referenced codes.
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24.108: BULK PETROLEUM PLANTS OR TERMINALS:
Text has been added to address large horizontal tanks installed at bulk petroleum
facilities.
A. Bulk Plant Or Terminal: That portion of a property where flammable or combustible
liquids, or liquefied petroleum gas storage (2,000 gallons [7.6 M cu.] water capacity
or more) are received by tank vessel, pipelines, tank car, or tank vehicle, and are
stored or blended in bulk for the purpose of distributing such liquids by tank vessel,
pipeline, tank car, tank vehicle, portable tank, or container.
B. Tanks Prohibited: New bulk plants for flammable or combustible liquids storage are
hereby prohibited.
All new and existing storage tanks having a capacity in excess of five thousand
(5,000) gallons shall be equipped with an aqueous film foaming fire suppression
system at the rim top capable of providing full surface fire protection.
The system shall be designed in accordance with NFP A 11 and approved by the fire
department. A sufficient supply of foam shall be kept on hand to provide correct
firefighting flows for correct length of time needed to combat a fire at the facility.
There shall be a single point for fire department connection in a location and manner
approved by the fire official. Appropriate fire department operating instructions shall
be posted adjacent to the connection in a manner approved by the fire official. (Ord.
4894, 10-7-1997)
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24.109: ABOVEGROUND STORAGE TANKS:
A. It shall be unlawful to construct, install or enlarge any tank, pump or piping
equipment for the storage or handling of flammable, combustible or volatile liquids
without having first obtained a permit. Application for such permits shall be made to
the bureau of fire prevention, and shall be accompanied by a drawing to scale
showing the location as well as plans showing the type and nature of installation or
alteration. Manufacturer cut sheets shall also be submitted;for review.
The distinction between a flammable and combustible liquid shall be based upon the
following:
Flammable Liquid: A "flammableJiquid" shall be defined as any liquid that has a .
closed cup flashpoint below one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (1000F) (37.80C).
Combustible Liquid: A "combustible liquid" shall be defined as any liquid that has a
closed cup flashpoint at or above one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (1000F) (37.80C).
1. Flammable Liquids: The commercial sale and dispensing of flammable liquids and
liquefied petroleum gases from aboveground storage tanks is hereby prohibited. The
sale and dispensing of combustible liquids shall be in accordance with NFP A 30,
standard for flammable and combustible liquids, as well as the requirements set forth
in this code.
The storage and dispensing of flammable liquids in aboveground tanks for other
than commercial use and resale shall be installed as set forth in this code, and
meet the requirements ofNFPA 30, standard for flammable and combustible
liquids, and the requirements of the office of the Illinois state fire marshal.
Exception: Existing petroleum bulk storage plants as defined in section 24.108 of
this article.
a. All aboveground tanks containing flammable liquids shall be manufactured in
accordance with UL standard number 2085 "protected aboveground tanks for
flammable liquids".
All flammable liquid storage tanks shall have a minimum fire resistance rating of
two (2) hours with factory poured concrete encasement. (Field poured concrete
will not be accepted.) An independent certification of the fire resistivity shall be
provided prior to delivery.
b. Aboveground flammable liquid storage tanks shall be provided with secondary
containment and electronically monitored leak detection.
c. Aboveground flammable liquid storage tanks shall be provided with an
automatic shutoff device capable of stopping the excess flow of liquid into the
tank.
d. Physical barriers with a minimum height of thirty inches (30") and capable of
resisting a horizontal force of at least twelve thousand (12,000) pounds shall be
placed around the flammable liquid storage tank with spacing not to exceed four
feet (4'). The physical barriers shall be a minimum of a six inch (6") diameter
concrete filled steel pipe set forty two inches (42") into concrete. A physical
barrier shall be placed on each comer of the flammable liquid storage tank.
Physical barriers shall be a minimum of four feet (4') from the edge of the
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flammable liquid storage tank.
An additional physical barrier consisting of a six inch (6") wide concrete curb
eighteen inches (18 ") above grade shall be constructed around the perimeter of the
flammable liquid storage tank. The curb shall be a minimum of three feet (3')
from the edge of the flammable liquid storage tank and six inches (6") from the
barrier post identified above.
e. Individual flammable liquids tank capacity shall not exceed one thousand
(1,000) gallons. The total quantity of flammable liquids stored aboveground at
any location shall not exceed tWo thousand (2,000) gallons.
. Exception: Based upon an evaluation by the fire chief, the allowable quantities of
flammable liquids may be increased. At a minimum, the evaluation will consider
the proposed location of the flammable liquid tank, liquid stored and available fire
protection. Based on the evaluation, the fire chief may require additional fixed
suppression systems, improved access and/or hydrants in order to permit the
allowable quantities to be increased.
f. Each flammable liquid storage tank shall be a minimum of twenty feet (20')
from all building structures, property lines and public ways. A minimum of five
feet (5') separation between flammable tanks is required. Flammable liquid
storage tanks shall not be located under power lines.
g. Aboveground flammable liquid storage tanks shall not be placed between the
principal structure on a subject parcel and any public right of way or between the
principal structure on a subject parcel and any single-family residence or
residentially zoned parcel. In addition to these requirements, the setback
provisions set forth in chapter 14, "Zoning", of this code shall apply.
h. If it is physically impossible to meet the requirements of subsection Al g of this
section, the flammable liquid storage tank must be screened from view from all
rights of way, single-family residences, or single-family zoned parcels by, at a
minimum, a continuous hedge, fence, or masonry wall placed a minimum of five
feet (5') from the tank.
i. Typical flammable liquid storage tank installation:
2. Combustible Liquids: The storage of combustible liquids in aboveground tanks
shall be installed and maintained per NFPA 30, standard for flammable and
combustible liquids, and requirements of the office of Illinois state fire marshal
unless amended otherwise in this section.
a. Tanks for the storage of combustible liquids shall be placed on a concrete pad.
The construction of the concrete pad and methods of securing the tank to the pad
shall be in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and applicable UL
listings.
b. Tanks for the storage of combustible liquids shall be screened to the height of
the tank on all sides by, at a minimum, a solid wood fence, masonry wall, gate, or
a continuous hedge.
3. Aboveground Tanks: Aboveground tanks containing liquefied petroleum gas in
quantities in excess of one hundred (100) pounds shall be prohibited.
Exception: Temporary installation approved by the fire chief.
4. New Bulk Plants Prohibited: New bulk plants for flammable or combustible
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liquids are hereby prohibited. (Ord. 5018, 4-20-1999)
24.110: !EXPJ3()SIQ~ VENTS:
Requirements for smoke and heat vents were omitted in the 2006 IFC.
Requirements have been added to reflect our current adopted edition (2000) of the
IFC.
A. Explosion Vents: Explosion vents shall be provided in new and existing buildings in
all areas as prescribed by NFP A 1 and the fire prevention code.
R Blow Out Panels: All blowout panels shall be outlined with bright yellow paint three
inches (3") wide. In addition, a warning sign stating "DANGER-EXPLOSION
RELIEF PANEL" shall be posted on the panel at intervals of one sign for every ten
(10) linear feet. Letters on the sign shall be a minimum of one and one-half inches (I
1/2") in height and one-half inch (1/2") stroke in width. Sign is to be red in color
with white letters.
C. Personnel Protection: All blowout panels shall be equipped with a restraining device
to keep the panel from blowing completely free of the building. If panels are
installed on the roof of a building, a guardrail shall be constructed around the panel
and appropriate warning sign posted on the guardrail.
D. Minimum Physical Requirement: The maximum weight of blowout panels shall be
one and five-tenths (1.5) pounds per square foot or less. Only plastic panels with a
flame spread of twenty five (25) or less are permitted. Explosion panels in walls may
be insulated, as long as they do not exceed one and five-tenths (1.5) pounds per
square foot. Explosion panels on roofs shall not be insulated to prevent the
accumulation of ice and snow. Where building heat is insufficient, additional means
of heating will be required. All panels shall be designed to relieve at the lowest
possible pressure and shall not exceed thirty (30) pounds per square foot.
E. Explosion Venting Of Process Equipment: All process equipment which warrants
explosion venting as deemed necessary by the authority having jurisdiction shall be
vented in accordance with NFP A 68 standard, guide for venting of deflagrations.
(Ord. 4894,10-7-1997)
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24.111: UNIFORMED FIRE GUARDS:
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sprinklers and fire alarm systems.
A. Uniformed Fire Guard: Any person conducting, promotIng, calling for or managing
any gathering in any premises shall provide the following uniformed fire guards
consisting of Mount Prospect personnel, as determined by the fire official or his duly
authorized representative:
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2,000 or more
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C. Notice Given: It shall be the duty of any person conducting, promoting, calling for or
managing any gathering in any premises as provided in this article, to notify the
village manager of the date of such intended use at least seven (7) days before such
meeting is to take place. Upon such notice, the fire prevention bureau shall inspect
the premises to determine whether or not they comply with the provisions hereof.
Any permit issued for any such gathering shall be subject to the condition that this
article be fully complied with.
D. Cost: The cost of the fire guards shall be paid by the person conducting the
gathering. (Ord. 4894,10-7-1997; amd. Ord. 5189, 5-15-2001; Ord. 5518,11-1-
2005)
24.112: STAIRWAY MARKINGS:
A. All new and existing stairw"ays serving two (2) or more stories and/or mezzanine
levels shall be provided with signage within the stair enclosure at each floor landing
and at the entrance door to each stair enclosure. The signage shall indicate each story
or level, the terminus of the top and bottom of the stair enclosure, identification of
the stair and roof access or no roof access. All interior stair signage shall be visible
when the door is in the open or closed position. Signage shall be permanently
attached to the structure having letter dimensions no less than four inches (4") in
height with contrasting colors to the background. Signs shall be maintained for the
life of the building or structure. (Ord. 4894, 1 0-7 ~ 1997)
24.113: OTHER SIGNS:
A section was added to require signs for rack storage areas that indicate the
approved storage height.
A. In buildings or occupancies where the point of delivery of the natural gas is
provided with two (2) or more shutoff valves, permanently affixed signs shall be
provided to clearly indicate the area(s) served by each valve. No installation shall
be permitted until the fire official has approved the language on the sign. (Ord.
5338,6-17-2003)
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24.114: ADDRESSES:
Addresses shall be provided in both the front and rear of tenants in new and existing strip
shopping centers. The address letters or numbers shall be a minimum of four inches (4 ")
in height and their color shall contrast with the surface on which they are affixed. (Ord.
5338,6-17-2003)
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24.115: PROHIBITED ACTS:
It shall be unlawful for any person to bum any leaves, rubbish, yard debris or waste
material within the Village. (Ord. 5519, 11-1-2005)
. 24.116: PENALTY:
Any person violating any provisions of this article shall be fined an amount as set forth in
appendix A, division III of this code, for each offense; and a separate offense shall be
. deemed committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues. (Ord.
5518, 11-1-2005) .. .
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24.201: AUTOMATIC DETECTION AND/OR EXTINGUISHMENT
OF FIRE:
Modifications were made to reflect the recent adopted editions of the codes. The design
requirements for standpipes were modified to be less restrictive. Additional text was
added for clarity and consistency of interpretation.
A. Authority is hereby conferred upon the chief of the fire department to adopt and
promulgate rules based upon the standards of any nationally recognized organization
embodying details for the installation and construction of automatic sprinkler
equipment and/or automatic fire detection equipment in such instances where, based
upon the standards contained herein, any building or part thereof, because of its size,
construction, occupancy or lack of suitable protective equipment, shall be deemed by
the said fire chief or his duly authorized agent to constitute a special fire hazard to
life or property or an excessive burden upon the fire extinguishing facilities of the
fire department.
The fire official shall be responsible for the enforcement of the requirements related
to the installation, testing, maintenance and modification of all fire detection, fire
suppression and standpipe systems.
B. All automatic sprinkler equipment shall be inspected at least once a year as is
specified herein below and at all times maintained in proper operative condition by
the owner or occupant of such building. The occupant(s) of such buildings
containing such equipment shall promptly notify the fire prevention bureau of the
fire department in case such sprinkler system or any other fire protection equipment
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is withdrawn from such building or the use of such equipment therein is interrupted,
curtailed or altered. Whether the building is occupied or not, it shall be the
responsibility of the owners of all buildings having interior fire alarm (including
single station smoke detectors) and suppression systems both existing and those
which are to be constructed, to provide for the continuous maintenance of such
systems through no less than an annual inspection and testing of the systems. Written
certification of each annual inspection and testing of the fire alarm and suppression
systems shall be provided to the fire prevention bureau upon completion of such test
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. ccordance)Vlth.NERA 25~and A'72r
C. The fire prevention bureau shall be notified in writing prior to any other activities
requiring full flowing of the fire pump, including, but not lirriitedto, the full flow fire
testing of any fire pump required per NFP A 20. A minimum of forty eight (~8)
hours' written notice must be made to the fire prevention bureau prior to such
activity. Failure to have a member of the Mount Prospect fire prevention bureau
present will result in a written warning to both the testing agency and building
owner. After the written warning has been delivered, every failure thereafter by
either the owner of the property or testing agency to notify the fire prevention bureau
to witness the fire pump test will result in a fine as set forth in appendix A, division
III of this code.
The imposition of a fine upon the second failure of an individual or entity to notify
the fire prevention bureau shall not be dependent on the offense(s) taking place at the
same location which initiated the written warning. This code section shall be posted
on all new and existing fire pump control panels for the life of the building.
D. A "certificate of occupancy" and/or "business license" as defined in this code, shall
not be issued and no movement of supplies and/or equipment into the building shall
be permitted until the fire suppression and/or fire alarm system is functional,
certified by a testing agency and monitored by a listed agency. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-
2003)
24.202: AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER AND SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS:
Changes were made to reflect the recent edition of the NFPA standards. Text was
addedfor clarification of requirements for suppression system installation.
A. System Provisions: The provisions of this section shall specify where fire protection
systems, standpipes and detection systems are required to be installed and shall apply
to the design, installation and maintenance of all such systems. Where a conflict
exists between any of the adopted codes, the most restrictive provision shall apply.
B. Where Required: Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained in
full operating condition in all buildings/areas specified in the International Fire
Cod~ ~g4l'l'~~qw edition, International Building Code, ~o:~ edition, Imi
( ./ :'~... 1 and the following occupancies and areas:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in all newly constructed buildings,
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structures or portions thereof regardless of occupancy classification, construction or
square footage. This requirement shall also apply to manufactured homes or
buildings.
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2. In existing structures when an automatic fire suppression system would be
required ifnew, then an automatic fire suppression system shall be provided
throughout the building when:
a. The fire area is increased regardless of the square footage. For the purpose of
determining fire areas that require the installation of automatic sprinklers, a "fire
area" shall be defined as those areas bound by concrete or masonry fire walls
constructed in accordance with section. fTo"5 of the international building code,
lWOOi2000 edition.
Exceptions:
(1) Existing buildings with a use group classification of B or M with a total
fire area of five thousand (5,000) square feet or less. '
(2) Single-family attached and detached homes, townhomes, and
manufactured homes.
b. There is a change in use group classification as outlined in the international
building code, ~2Q(ffi edition.
Exceptions:
(1) When an occupancy classification change is made to or from an existing
use group B or M to a new occupancy classification ofB or M in existing'
buildings or structures with a total fire area of five thousand (5,000) square
feet or less.
(2) Existing single-family homes used as residential board and care facilities
complying with all provisions ofNFPA 101, J..D.@~.diliOi)]
c. Additions, repairs, alterations, remodeling is in excess of fifty percent (50%) of
the valuation of the property.
Exceptions:
(1) Existing buildings or structures with a use group classification ofB or M
and within a building with the total fire area less than five thousand (5,000)
square feet.
(2) Single-family attached and detached homes, townhomes and manufactured
homes.
d. There is an addition to the structure regardless of square footage of the
addition.
Exception:
(1) Buildings of use groups Band/or M when the addition does not increase
the building's total fire area to five thousand (5,000) square feet or greater.
(2) Covered porches or stoops.
(3) Single-family homes, townhomes and manufactured homes.
C. System Installation: All automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance
with NFP A 13 standard for the installation of sprinkler systems, ~__2JLQ~ edition,
unless otherwise modified hereafter. NFP A 13D systems shall be permitted in single-
family attached and detached homes, townhomes and manufactured occupancies.
NFP A 13R, designed systems shall not be permitted.
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D. Omission of Sprinklers From Rooms Or Spaces:
1. Sections 903.1.1 and 903.3.1.1.1 of the International fire code, .
S\.ellasanotl1eril"eferenc di 'deor,stafid rdiomi in r rl
deleted.
2. When sprinkler protection is required, sprinklers shall be provided throughout all
areas of the building in every room or space regardless of use or occupancy contents.
Combustible concealed spaces shall be protected as required per NFPA 13, ~
200~ edition. .
Exception: Upon written approval from the fire official, sprinklers may be omitted in
areas where the products stored or operation within the room is considered to be a
water reactive agent as determined by the products material safety data sheet. In
areas where sprinklers are permitted to be omitted, an alternative suppression system
approved by the fire official shall be installed in accordance with the applicable
NFP A standard and international fire code.
3. When sprinkler protection is required in single-family homes, townhomes or
manufactured homes, sprinklers may not be omitted from garages.
E. Sprinkler Systems Protecting Multiple Tenants: Where sprinkler systems protect
more than one tenant, a separate water flow switch and control valve shall be
provided for each tenant space.
Exception: Existing buildings protected by automatic sprinklers systems.
Sprinkler Control Valves: All new sprinkler control valves shall be located within
five feet (5') above the finished floor and shall be UL listed for fire protection
systems. All new and existing control valves shall bear a permanently affixed label
indicating the area and function the control valve serves. All new and existing
control valves shall be electronically supervised and maintained in accordance with
this code. Control valves shall be installed in all locations specified in the
international fire and building code, N'1f~~t NFBt\;lJ and in the following
locations:
Exceptio~: Existing approv~d limited area sprinkler systems ....itIi19ck,edc~lltio
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1. Sprinklers protecting electrical rooms shall be provided with a separate control
valve located outside the entrance into the electrical room.
2. A separate control valve shall be required to permit the isolation of each floor or
mezzanine protected by automatic sprinklers.
G. Limited Area Sprinkler Systems: New limited area sprinkler systems utilizing a
domestic water supply shall meet all of the requirements of this chapter for the
installation of sprinkler systems.
H. Location Of Sprinkler Riser, Fire Pump, System Control Valves And Other Fire
Protection Equipment:
1. All new sprinkler risers and associated equipment shall be located in a separate
room with a minimum of one hour construction. Rooms containing fire pumps shall
be separated from the remainder portions of the building by a minimum of two (2)
hour construction. ~nliO!i~l~...ll!~l:stem?t
2. Rooms containing fire protection control equipment shall be provided with direct
access from the exterior and interior of the building. All new and existing entrance
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doors shall bear a sign on the exterior of the door with four inch (4") high letters
indicating "sprinkler room". Additional signage may be required in cases where the
riser serves more than one tenant. New and existing rooms shall contain emergency
lighting. Rooms designated as sprinkler rooms shall not be used for any other purpose.
3. A minimum of three feet (3') clear space shall be maintained around the
cir~umference of any new or existing fire hydrant, fire department connection, fire
protection control valve or any other fire protection system component.
1. Inspectors Test Connections And Two Inch Drains: All required inspectors test
connections and two inch (2") drains shall discharge directly to the outside.
Discharge into a floor drain or sink shall not be permitted. ExcepJiQn:;:I3D~&-y.sJefil~j
J. Fire Pump Test Headers: All fire pump test headers shall be provided with a UL
listed OS and Y valve. Test headers for fire pumps shall be located outside in a
location conducive to annual full fire flow testing and in a location approved by the
fire official.
K. Fire Department Connections:
1. Fire department connections shall be provided for all sprinkler systems. The fire
department connection shall consist of a two by two and one-half inch (2 x 2 1/2")
siamese connection and a five inch (5") stortz connection. Both connections shall
contain a check valve.
Exceptions:
a. Sprinkler systems with twenty (20) or fewer sprinklers may be supplied by a
single two and one-half inch (2 1/2") connection.
b. Sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13D.
2. All new fire department connections shall be located on the front side of the
building within one hundred feet (100') of an accessible village fire hydrant in a
location approved by the fire official.
3. All new and existing fire department connections shall be accessible at all times.
Trees, shrubs or other landscaping materials shall not be installed to prohibit access
to the fire department connection.
4. All new and existing fire department connections shall be provided with a sign
directly above the connection indicating "FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION".
Where the building or group of buildings is served by more than one connection, a
sign shall also be provided to indicate the area in which the fire department
connection serves. ..
5. A freestanding fire department connection shall be installed in accordance with
this section for all new buildings greater than thirty five feet (35') in height. The
connection shall be located a minimum of twenty feet (20') from the building or in a
location approved by the fire official.
6. All new and existing fire department connections shall have a white strobe
installed directly above the fire department connection. The strobe shall be approved
for exterior use and operate upon activation of the sprinkler water flow switch and/or
the building's fire alarm.
7. All new and existing fire department connections shall be painted bright red and
maintained in this condition by the building owner throughout the life of the system.
Exception: Chrome plated or polished brass connections.
8. New fire department connections installed on sprinkler systems with a sprinkler
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or standpipe demand in excess of one thousand (1,000) gpm shall supply the
sprinkler system with a maximum of six inch (6") piping.
L. Suppression System Alanns: All buildings or areas required to have an automatic
suppression system shall contain audible and visual devices installed in accordance
with NFP A 72. The devices shall operate upon activation of the suppression system
and shall emit sound and illumination levels for fire alann devices as specified in
NFP A 72.. All new and existing fire sprinkler suppression systems shall be monitored
by a UL listed central station with millis.f~UIsellVici$]
Exception: Residential occupancies protected in accordance with NFP A 13D shall
not be required to be connected to a fire alarm system but shall contain an inside and
outside audible bell. The inside bell shall be located on the furnace return air duct. If '
a return air duct is not provided, the bell shall be located so that it can be easily heard
throughout the structure.
1. All new fire suppression systems protecting a kitchen hood located in buildings
equipped with a fire alann system shall have the suppression system connected to the
building's fire alann system.
M. Acceptance Testing: All required acceptance testing shall be conducted in the
presence of the fire official. At the time of acceptance testing, the contractor shall
provide ajob copy of the approved installation drawings for use during the testing. A
minimum of forty eight (48) hours' notice to the fire official is required. All sprinkler
lead-ins shall be flushed in accordance with NFPA 13 and witnessed by the fire
official prior to connection to the sprinkler riser(s). Testing documentation shall be
provided to the fire official prior to the issuance of certificate of occupancy.
1. The installing contractor shall furnish all necessary equipment with a sufficient
number of personnel to conduct the tests. This shall include, but not be limited to,
two-way radios, ladders, sound level measuring equipment, water flow measuring
equipment and applicable testing documents.
N. Sprinkler System Design:
1. All new sprinkler systems or modifications to existing systems shall be
hydraulically designed with a minimum of a five (5) psi safety factor. All system
designs shall be based on a seasonal low water flow test provided by the village. The
fire official or his/her designee shall witness all water flow tests used for the design
of sprinkler systems.
Exception: Sprinkler systems designed in accordance with NFPA 13D.
2. Prior to the installation or alteration of any sprinkler or standpipe system, a permit
shall be obtained from the village of Mount Prospect. Equipment cut sheets,
engineering drawings, and hydraulic calculations containing details as outlined in the
applicable NFP A standard shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the
start of any work. On each drawing a copy of the hydraulic nameplate shall be
provided.
3. When revised drawings are requested by the fire prevention bureau, the revisions
shall include a clouded notation on the revised portion of the drawing with numbers
corresponding to the fire department's written review comments.
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4. The sprinkler permit issued by the village of Mount Prospect shall be posted on
the front of the building for the entire proj ect.
5. Four (4) sets of calculations, drawings and equipment cut sheets shall be submitted
for review and approval prior to the modification or installation of any suppression
or fire alarm system.
6. Upon completion ofthe project, a complete set of~i1:t~ilas;1iuilt:~Q'Glime.ritsand
i~[~~Jr9.iiic:ffii"niiIiuiirQYfdby..thiftit~~officJa' shall be submitted and approved
by the fire department prior to the final inspection for certificate of occupancy.
O. Installation Of Backflow Preventionpevices: Any addition or alteration to an
automatic sprinkler system shall be in accordance with the appropriate design
standard for the system. If the addition of a backflow prevention device decreases the
water pressure below the required pressure for the fire safety system, additional
measures shall be taken in each such case to restore the pressure to the operating
"level required by mechanical means (i.e., a fire pump).
1. Before a backflow pre~ention device is installed retroactively on a fire
sprinkler system, a thorough hydraulic analysis shall be performed including:
a. Revised hydraulic calculations for hydraulically calculated systems in
accordance with NFPA 13, ~12lf01e(UtiQ1i. Submitted calculations should
include the pressure loss anticipated through the backflow prevention device;
b. Revised sprinkler system calculations for the system demand for pipe schedule
systems. NFPA 13, ~2007eQit.i.ou~
c. Current water supply data based on a water supply test, including a comparison
assuring that any additional pipe lengths or fittings necessary to accommodate the
proper installation of the backflow prevention device will not increase the
sprinkler system demand beyond the available water supply; and
d. All necessary modifications contributing to the additional friction loss.
These items, including a manufacturer's data sheet indicating the expected
pressure loss, must be submitted to the village of Mount Prospect and reviewed by
the fire prevention bureau prior to the installation of the backflow prevention
assembly. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
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24.203: STANDPIPES:
Modifications have been made to reflect the current edition of the referenced codes as well as
reduce the design requirements for standpipes in certain conditions.
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A. Where Required: Buildings two (2) stories or greater and/or those buildings arranged
or constructed to exceed one hundred fifty feet (150') from any entrance to the most
remote portion to the building shall be provided with standpipes throughout the
building in accordance with NFP A 14 unless modified within this code.
B. Location Of Standpipes: Standpipes shall be located on the intermediate landings of
all stairwells in buildings required to be equipped with standpipes. All areas shall be
capable of being reached within one hundred fifty feet (150') from each hose outlet.
The distance shall be measured along the normal path of unobstructed travel.
C. Standpipe Control Valves: A separate control valve shall be provided to permit
isolating the sprinkler system without interrupting the water supply to the standpipe
system.
D. Hose Valves: All hose valves shall be two and one-half inches (2 1/2") with a one
and one-half inch (1 1/2") reducer cap. The threads of the hose valve shall be
national standard thread.
E. Standpipe Flow Switches: All standpipe systems shall be provided with a flow
switch monitored by an approved central station.
F. System Design: Standpipes shall be designed in accordance with NFP A 14 unless
otherwise amended in this code. All standpipes shall be hydraulically designed to
deliver the required water flow of five hundred (500) gpm with one hundred (100)
psi of residual pressure at the most remote outlet and two hundred fifty (250) gpm
for each additional outlet not to exceed one thousand (1,000) gpm. The sprinkler
demand shall be included as part of the overall standpi e system demand.
Exception: ~ti'Jtee~,stot:YbUIldiri2sn6t exce~dirig~15,O.RO..$quarefeetofbiiild,ill .
irrea:iln,d.i;"Uuildings two (2) stories or less may base the standpipe design with one
hundred fifty (150) psi and one thousand (1,000) gpm available at the fire
department connection. The sprinkler system design shall be based on NFP A 13 with
an additional five hundred (500) gpm added to the required inside hose demand.
G. Automatic Water Supply: An automatic water supply shall be provided for all
standpipes.
H. Types Of Systems: Dry standpipes shall only be permitted in those areas subjected to
freezing where the installation of heat is not practical due to the operation of the
building or structure.
1. Pressure Regulating Devices: The installation of any pressure regulating device shall
be reviewed by the fire official prior to installation. The fire official will evaluate the
need for pressure regulating devices based on available pressure and overall
operation of the fire department. When pressure regulating devices are required, the
fire official shall specify the type of pressure regulating device. It shall be the
owner's responsibility to ensure all pressure regulating devices are maintained for the
life of the system in accordance with NFPA 14.
J. Flow Test: A flow test shall be conducted at the hydraulically most remote hose
outlet to verify the system is capable of meeting the required flows set forth in this
code. (Ord. 5338,6-17-2003)
24.204: FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS:
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Modifications have been made to reflect the current edition of the referenced codes.
Clarification was added for installing smoke detectors in residential occupancies.
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A. Where Required: A fire alarm system shall be installed and maintained in full
operating condition in all buildings/areas specified- in the International Building and
Fire Prevention Code, ~d06;;'edi(ionJN-PP^fl and in the following locations
listed below. A fire alarm system shall consist of detection devices and manual pull
stations plus the components and circuits arranged to monitor the system.
1. In new construction, all buildings or portions thereof classified as use group A, B,
M, I, E, shall be provided with a fire alarm system.
Sprinklered Building Exception: In buildings of use groups B, M, and A protected
throughout by automatic sprinklers in accordance with this code shall not be required
to be equipped with automatic detectors.
Buildings of use group E protected throughout by automatic sprinklers installed in
accordance with this code shall install smoke detection devices in all corridors,
mechanical rooms, boiler rooms, and storage rooms.
2. In new construction, all buildings of use group classification ofR shall be
provided with a "fire alarm system" as defined above to include smoke detection in
the following areas:
Exception: Single-family attached and detached homes, manufactured homes and
townhomes.
a. All corridors.
b. All storage rooms not within the individual dwelling unit.
c. All boiler and mechanical spaces.
d. At the top and bottom of all required exit enclosures.
3. Hardwired single station smoke detectors with battery backup shall be installed
and maintained in the following areas:
a. Use group R, in all sleeping areas including bedrooms, each level including
basements, Ii!fd~n'tn[yiCiIiin:,wiihin JSfeet of each sleeping area.
b. Where more than one detector is required to be installed within an individual
dwelling unit, guestroom or suite in a use group R occupancy, the detectors shall
be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate
all of the alarms in the individual unit, guestroom or suite.
c. All required hardwired smoke detectors shall be permanently wired into the
electrical system and shall not serve any other appliances or circuits. All required
hardwired smoke detectors shall be photoelectric.
4. All new and existing required fire alarm systems shall be monitored by an
approved central station and transmit both fire and trouble signals. Combination
burglar and fire alarm systems, stand alone automatic dialers (including digital), and
radio transmitted monitoring signals shall be prohibited in all new or existing use
group classifications except single-family attached and detached homes, townhomes
and manufactured homes.
Exception: Single or multiple station smoke detectors shall not be required to be
monitored.
5. All buildings or structures thirty five feet (35') in height and/or four (4) stories or
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greater shall be provided with a fire alarm system in accordance with this code and
as specified hereafter and those requirements set forth in article 907.2.12.1, ,
907.2.12.2.1,907.2.12.2.2,907.2.12.2.3 of the international building code, ~
f.[06~illQtil
a. Automatic smoke detectors suitable for the application shall be installed in the
following rooms: mechanical equipment; electrical transformers; telephone
equipment; elevator machine room, and similar rooms.
b. A voice signaling system shan be installed capable of providing one-way and
two-way fire department communication.
Exception: Open parking garages.
(1) The two-way fire department,communication system shall provide two-
way communication between the fire command station and the following
terminal areas: elevators, elevator lobbies, exit access corridors and exit
stairways at each level.
(2) A one-way public address communication system for the transmission of
emergency directions and designed to be heard by all building occupants shall
be operable from the central control station. It shall establish on a selective or
general basis to the following terminal areas: elevator lobbies, exit access
corridors and exit stairways, office areas exceeding one thousand (1,000)
square feet, dwelling units, and hotel guestrooms and suites. The two-way fire
department communication system can be combined with the one-way system.
c. A fire command station shall be provided in accordance with NFP A 72, and
section 911.1 of the international building code, ;u)OO 2006 edition.
Exception: Open parking garages.
B. Existing Buildings: In existing structures when an automatic fire alarm system would
be required ifnew, then an automatic fire alarm system shall be provided throughout
the building when:
1. The fire area is increased regardless of the square footage. For the purpose of this
section a "fire area" shall be defined as those areas bound by masonry or concrete
firewalls constructed in accordance with section i7~5 of the international building
code, ~;;2q9(tedition;
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Ul dt gflcode,~2-(}OO 200d edItiOn;
3. Additions, repairs, alterations, remodeling is in excess of fifty percent (50%) of
the valuation of the property;
4. There is an addition to the structure regardless of square footage of the addition.
Exception: Covered porches or stoops.
C. Fire Alarm Panel Location and Type: The fire alarm panel capable of performing all
necessary functions shall be easily accessible and visibly located within ten feet (10')
from the fire department entrance into the building. Because of the number of alarm
devices, size of the building and/or hazards associated with the building, the fire
official may require an addressable fire alarm panel.
All new and existing fire alarm control panels shall be provided with written
operating instructions to perform the necessary features of the fire alarm panel. The
operating instructions, a complete fire alarm zone map, and other applicable
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information shall be framed and mounted within one foot (1 ') of the fire alarm
control panel. Building contact phone numbers shall be provided inside the alarm
panel.
All new and existing buildings containing an automatic detection system shall be
provided with sufficient zone maps for fire department use when required by the fire
official because of the building's size, interior configuration, hazard, or unique
situations. Additional zone maps may be required to be posted or bound in a
notebook form.
D. Alarm Activation: Activation of the fire alarm shall produce evacuation signals with
audible and vi,sual signals in accordance with the international building code~Q(j]
~(}OQ edition, and NFP A 72.
E. 'Zones: Each floor level and tenant space shall be zoned separately and a single zone
shall not exceed ten thousand (10,000) square feet. The length of the zone shall not
exceed one hundred fifty feet (150') in any direction. A zone indicator panel shall be
provided in an approved location in accordance with this code. The visual zone
location shall not be canceled by the operation of an alarm silence switch. When
provided, the following alarm initiating devices shall be zoned separately:
1. Smoke detectors.
2. Duct detectors.
3. Sprinkler water flow devices.
4. Manual fire alarm device.
5. Other approved types of fire detection devices and/or suppression systems.
Exception: Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area specified in
NFPA 13.
F. Duct Detectors: All required duct detectors shall be provided with a remote testing
and reset device located five feet (5') above the finished floor directly below the duct
detector. All new and existing HV AC equipment containing smoke detection devices
shall be labeled to correspond to the fire alarm annunciation displayed at the alarm
panel. The labels shall be clearly visible from the floor level. Corresponding two
inch (2 ") contrasting numbers shall also be permanently provided on each rooftop
unit. In buildings protected throughout by automatic sprinklers, the duct detector
activation may send a supervisory signal to the building's fire alarm panel.
G. Fire Pumps: Fire pumps shall be required to be equipped with a low suction alarm.
1. The alarm must sound an audible bell and transmit a signal to a UL listed central
station when the available municipal water pressure drops to twenty (20) psi. The
alarm shall continue to sound and send a signal until the situation has been corrected.
2. Each low suction alarm must be provided with a low suction alarm panel
monitored by the building's fire alarm system.
3. The low suction alarm panel must be located in the fire pump room in an
accessible location.
4. The low suction alarm panel must be monitored by the building's fire alarm
system for voltage integrity.
5. The low sucti?nalarm Eanel must beprovid~d with a visual alarm condition
indicator and Sll'3I1,nofbi'ferruPFfire,pumn]peratWil]
H. Alarm System Acceptance Testing: All required acceptance testing shall be
conducted in the presence of the fire official. At the time of acceptance testing, the
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contractor shall provide ajob copy of the approved installation drawings for use
during the testing. A minimum of forty eight (48) hours' notice to the fire official is
required.
1. The installing contractor shall furnish all necessary equipment with a sufficient
number of personnel to conduct the tests. This shall include, but not be limited to,
two-way radios, ladders, sound level measuring equipment, water flow measuring
equipment and applicable testing documents.
2. A written record of completion shall be provided to the fire official prior to
scheduling the acceptance testing.
3. When the national fire alarm code requires a battery load test, the fire official shall
witness the test. The battery load test shall be conducted and approved by the fire
official prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
24.205: FIRE'HYDRANTS:
Text was added to clarify hydrant spacing requirements and to reducefireflow requirements
for buildings protected by automatic sprinklers.
A. Where Required:
1. Fire hydrants shall be installed at all street intersections, and where any structure,
building, or hazardous operation is set back more than two hundred fifty feet (250')
from a street, or is located more than three hundred feet (300') from a new or existing
hydrant. The hydrant spacing shall hQjexceea.300"fe'et~and~shaIl be measured from
the nearest hydrant along the normal fire department access roadway or fire lane to
the farthest point of the building, structure, or hazardous operation.
This requirement shall apply to all newly constructed buildings or buildings
undergoing a major renovation and/or use group classification change.
In existing buildings or structures undergoing a renovation and/or use group
classification change, the fire chief or his designee shall evaluate the magnitude of
the renovation or use group change to determine if the existing placement of
hydrants is adequate for the fire department to mitigate any foreseen emergency.
2. A fire hydrant shall be provided within one hundred feet (100') of a fire
department sprinkler connection.
3. The maximum length permissible for a fire hydrant lead shall be in accordance
with subsection 16.403B of this code.
B.
2. Hydrants to be installed in bulk petroleum facilities shall include two (2) steamer
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ports, and shall be approved by the director of public works prior to installation.
C. Hydrant Markers: The property owner shall provide and maintain hydrant markers
for all new and existing hydrants located on private property. These markers shall be
provided to identify the hydrant during snow accumulation. The type of hydrant
marker shall be approved by the fire chief prior to ins~allation. (Ord. 5253, 5-21-
2002)
24.206: KITCHEN HOOD EXHAUST AND FIRE SUPPRESSION
SYSTEMS:
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A. Access Doors: UL listed duct access doors shall be provided in areas required to
install an access panel.
B. Hinged Fans: Kitchen ~xhaust fans shall be provided with a UL listed hinge
assembly.
C. Residential Type Range Top Hoods And Fire Suppression Systems:
1. Where Permitted: A residential range top fire suppression system may be
permitted in lieu of a type I hood and suppression system above stovetops used in
such a manner that does not produce significant amounts of grease laden vapors or
smoke as determined by the fire official. Residential range top fire suppression
systems and hoods may be considered as an acceptable alternative to a type I hood
and fire suppression system in occupancies where the use is not intended for the
selling of food products to the general public such as apartment complex clubhouses,
schools, offices, churches, or industrial break rooms.
a. If a fire alarm system exists in the building, the residential range top fire
suppression system must be monitored by the fire alarm system.
b. The cooking appliance (stovetops) are four (4) burner or less and not exceeding
thirty six inches (36") in width.
c. Establishments approved for the installation of a residential range top fire
suppression system must be equipped with a class K rated fire extinguisher.
d. Residential range top fire suppression systems are required to be UL listed.
e. Residential range top fire suppression systems must be capable of providing
utility shutoff upon system activation.
f. Detailed documentation meeting the installation requirements must be
submitted for review and approval by the fire official prior to installation.
g. A written analysis of the production of grease laden vapors shall be submitted
to the fire official in order to determine if the quantity of grease produced is
minimal enough to permit a residential type suppression system in lieu of a type I
hood and suppression system. The fire official may at any time require the written
analysis to be performed after the system has been installed. In those cases where
the cooking operation or quantity of grease laden vapors has changed since the
initial installation, the fire official may require a type I hood and suppression
system. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
24.207: CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS:
A. Definitions:
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BUILDING: Any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or
occupancy.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM OR ALARM: A device that emits an audible
warning upon sensing carbon monoxide and complies with the rules and regulations
of the Illinois state fire marshal, bears the label of a nationally recognized testing
laboratory, and complies with the most recent standards of the Underwriters'
Laboratories or the Canadian Standard Association.
DWELLING UNIT: A room or suite of rooms used for human habitation, and
includes a single-family residence, each living unit of a multiple-family residence,
and each living unit in a mixed use building.
OWNER AND TENANT: Shall have the meanings set forth in section 23.1803 of
this code, for purposes of this section.
. B., . Carbon M.onoxide Alarm Required:
1. Every dwelling unit shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide alaim in
an operating condition within fifteen feet (15') of every room used for sleeping
purposes.
2. Every building that contains more than one dwelling unit shall contain at least one
approved carbon monoxide alarm in operating condition within fifteen feet (15') of
every room used for sleeping purposes.
3. A carbon monoxide alarm may be combined with smoke detecting devices
provided that the combined unit complies with the respective provisions of the
Illinois administrative code, reference standards, and Illinois state fire marshal rules
relating to both smoke detecting devices and carbon monoxide alarms, and provided
that the combined unit emits an alarm in a manner that clearly differentiates the
hazard.
4. Carbon monoxide alarms shall be either battery powered, plug in with battery
backup, or wired into the building's AC power line with a secondary battery backup,
except for "new construction", as defined in section 21.501 of this code, in which
carbon monoxide alarms shall be wired into the building's AC power line with a
secondary battery backup.
5. Carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in accordance with manufacturers'
requirements.
C. Responsibility Of The Owner Of A Building:
1. The owner shall supply and install all required alarms.
2. The owner shall provide one tenant per dwelling unit with written information
regarding alarm testing and maintenance.
3. The owner shall ensure that the batteries are in operating condition at the time the
tenant takes possession of the dwelling unit.
4. Upon written notice of the tenant of any deficiencies in an alarm that the tenant
cannot correct, the owner shall correct such deficiencies.
D. Responsibility Of A Tenant:
1. A tenant shall replace any required batteries in alarms in the tenant's dwelling unit,
except upon taking possession of the dwelling unit.
2. A tenant shall test and provide general maintenance for the alarms within the
tenant's dwelling unit or rooming unit, and notify the owner or the authorized agent
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of the owner in writing of any deficiencies that the tenant cannot correct.
3. The tenant shall provide the owner or the authorized agent of the owner with
access to the dwelling unit to correct any deficiencies in the carbon monoxide alarm
that have been reported in writing to the owner or authorized agent of the owner.
E. Failure To Install Or Maintain Carbon Monoxide Alarm; Tampering With Carbon
Monoxide Alarm:
1. It shall be unlawful for any person to wilfully or negligently fail to install or
maintain in operating condition any carbon monoxide alarm required under this
section.
2, It shall be unlawful for any person to tamper with, remove, destroy, disconnect, or
remove the batteries from any installed carbon monoxide alarm, except in the course
of inspection, maintenance, or replacement of the alarm.
3. Any person violating any provision of this section shall be fined as set forth in
appendix ,A, division III of this code.
F. Exemptions:
1. A dwelling unit is exempt from the requirement of having an operating carbon
monoxide alarm if it is located in a building that: a) does not rely on the combustion
of fossil fuel for heat, ventilation, or hot water; and b) is not connected in any way to
a garage.
2. A dwelling unit is exempt from the requirement of having an operating carbon
monoxide alarm if it is located in a building that is connected to a parking structure,
which is protected by an operating carbon monoxide detection system, and that
structure is the only source of carbon monoxide in the building.
3. The building commissioner, upon written request, may approve an exemption for
buildings four (4) stories or greater where he/she determines that the source of
carbon monoxide is adequately separated from the dwelling units by approved
construction methods and/or mechanical exhaust systems. (Ord. 5606, 12-19-2006
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24.301: SPECIAL ELECTRICAL WIRING:
All buildings thirty five feet (35') in height and/or four (4) stories or greater shall be
provided with non energized wiring to provide emergency power for fire fighting and
other Fire Department use. Nonenergized outlets shall be located in each stairwell, at
each floor level, and at ground level, all interconnected in the following manner:
A. Provide a National Electrical Manufacturers Association approved weatherproof
corrosion resistant male receptacle with a snap-type waterproof cover installed
adjacent to the Fire Department sprinkler connection (but not so as to interfere with
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same) and color coded red.
B. Provide a National Electrical Manufacturers Association approved weatherproof
corrosion resistant female receptacle with a snap-type waterproof cover installed in
each stairwell, at each floor level and color coded red.
C. If these installations above are not flush mounted, a waterproof enclosure shall be
provided.
1. Wiring shall conform to the following:
a. T.H.W. #8 in three-fourths inch (3/4") conduit, with ground from conduit to
neutral; if conduit is exposed is shall be heavy wall; if conduit is concealed it shall
be thin wall; the wire size is for buildings up to one hundred feet (100') in height.
b. T.H.W. #6 in one inch (J ") conduit, with ground from conduit to neutral; if
conduit is exposed it shall be heavy wall; if conduit is concealed it shall be thin
wall; the wire size is for buildings over one hundred feet (100') in height.
c. Wiring shall be three (3) pole, three (3) wired grounded circuit, conforming
with the National Electrical Manufacture Association.
Allreceptacles shall be compatible with the Fire Department's emergency wiring
equipment. (Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
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24.501: DEACTIVATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION/FIRE ALARM
SYSTEMS:
It shall be unlawful for any property owner or occupant of the property to disconnect,
deactivate, and/or remove any automatic sprinkler or other fire suppression system or
remove any emergency notification or fire alarm system from service without first having
given written notification and received written approval of the fire chief or his designated
representative. In the event it is determined by a fully designated representative of the fire
chief, in face to face situation, that the system deactivation or removal from service is
necessary, a written confirmation shall be submitted by the property owner or occupant to
the fire chief within twenty four (24) hours of such deactivation or removal from service.
(Ord. 5338,6-17-2003)
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24.502: PENALTY FOR RESPONSE TO FALSE ALARMS:
A. False alarms shall be defined as set forth as follows in section 24.503 of this article.
B. If the fire department responds to more than five (5) false alarms or system
malfunctions within a calendar year to the same premises, the property owner or
occupant shall pay the village the aI1)ounts as set forth in appendix A, division III of
this code, within thirty (30) days after the response for which the charge is made.
C. Within five (5) working days after the fire department responds to a false alarm, the
fire department shall cause written notification t6 be given to the property owner or
occupant that a false alarm has been charged to the property. In the event that this
incident is in excess of the permitted five (5) false alarms within a calendar year, the
property owner shall be billed the appropriate amount, asset forth in subsection B of
this section.
D. Within fifteen (15) days after the alarm, the property owner or occupant may file
with the fire chief a written request to reconsider whether such alarm was avoidable.
Such request shall include all facts upon which the property owner or occupant bases
his opinion.
E. Within ten (10) days after receipt of a written request for reconsideration, the fire
chief or his designated representative shall determine whether or not the alarm shall
be classified as a false alarm and then notify in writing the property owner or
occupant of his decision. If it is the determination of the fire chief that the alarm shall
be classified as a false alarm, the fire chief shall notify the property owner, in
writing, of his decision and the appropriate charge, as set forth in subsection B of this
section, shall be paid in full within thirty (30) days following such notification. (Ord.
5338, 6-17-2003)
24.503: DEFINITIONS:
For the purpose of this article, the following words and terms shall have the following
meanmgs:
ALARM SYSTEM: Any device installed for the purpose of alerting others to a fire or
other emergency. (This includes, but is not limited to, elevator, and medical alert alarms.)
AUTOMA TIC TELEPHONE ALARM: A telephone device or telephone attachment
which automatically relays a prerecorded message to report a fire emergency by means of
a telephone line, which terminates upon a central switchboard.
FALSE ALARM: An "alarm system" as defined herein activated by anyone or more of
the following causes:
A. Mechanical failure;
B. Malfunction of the alarm system;
C. Improper installation or maintenance of the alarm system;
D. Wilful or negligent act of a person;
E. Any other cause not related to a fire emergency; provided, however, that any
alarm activated by natural causes including, but not limited to, tornadoes and severe
windstorms, or by malicious acts of persons not under the direction or control of the
property owner or occupant shall not be considered a false alarm.
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MUNICIPALITY: Whenever the word "municipality" is used in this article, it shall be
construed to refer to the village of Mount Prospect. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
24.504: PENALTIES:
Each type of alarm activation shall be categorized by the type of alarm (i.e., elevator,
medical emergency, fire). The number of offenses shall be separated by alarm category
for the purpose of accessing penalties.
Unless specified elsewhere in this article, the penalty for violating the provisions of this
article shall be an amount set forth in appendix A, division III of this code, for each
offense. (Ord. 5338, 6-17-2003)
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